MSN messenger

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:''Yes, just like when using other build-in IM protocols.''
:''Yes, just like when using other build-in IM protocols.''
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*If i am for example watching a movie, will a message pop up saying i have an instant message from a contact?  
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*If i am for example watching a movie, will a message pop up saying I have an instant message from a contact?  
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:''Yes.''
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*There will be suport for MSN games?
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*There will be support for MSN games?
:''No.'' For now, they are not supported by papyon/butterfly, but someone could implement them.
:''No.'' For now, they are not supported by papyon/butterfly, but someone could implement them.
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*Where can I download MSN Messenger for my [[Nokia N900]]?
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*Question: Where can I download msn messenger for my Nokia N900?
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:Install it from [[extras-devel]] through the Application Manager. The name of the package is [http://maemo.org/packages/view/account-plugin-butterfly/ MSN Protocol Plugin For Conversations And Contacts] and it is in the ''networking'' section.
:Install it from [[extras-devel]] through the Application Manager. The name of the package is [http://maemo.org/packages/view/account-plugin-butterfly/ MSN Protocol Plugin For Conversations And Contacts] and it is in the ''networking'' section.

Latest revision as of 12:43, 8 February 2011

You can install MSN messenger as a plugin at least on Maemo OS2008 and Fremantle. This means that you can use devices integrated messaging software to chat with your friends at MSN.

[edit] Questions and answers

  • Will you be able to view messages that you have received while offline like you can on PC?
Yes
  • Is there a chat history?
Yes, its the same history and the same UI as other IM protocols
  • Will it support MSN Video calls?
Yes, on the N900 using butterfly (not with Haze).
  • Can you leave MSN running in the background and receive instant messages from multiple people while doing other things on the phone?
Yes, just like when using other build-in IM protocols.
  • If i am for example watching a movie, will a message pop up saying I have an instant message from a contact?
Yes.
  • There will be support for MSN games?
No. For now, they are not supported by papyon/butterfly, but someone could implement them.
  • Where can I download MSN Messenger for my Nokia N900?
Install it from extras-devel through the Application Manager. The name of the package is MSN Protocol Plugin For Conversations And Contacts and it is in the networking section.
Retrieved from "http://wiki.maemo.org/MSN_messenger"